Rebecca Slosberg
Ashland Schools Get Savvy with Local Greens

This January, our board member extraordinaire, Elishia Tucker, and RVF2S Program Director Melina Barker, facilitated a professional development workshop in the Ashland School District, focused on scratch-cooking delicious school meals. The starring ingredients: leafy greens.

Ashland Schools Get Savvy with Local Greens
Kristin Pew
From Farm to Cafeteria Table

When done well, a thriving school lunch program can ensure all children receive healthy, fresh lunches. Thanks to the leadership of the new District Interim Nutrition Services Supervisor Christina Lehman, we are thrilled to see Ashland School District working with local producers like Valley View Orchard, Fry Family Farm, Naumes and more. "It has been clear that is what Ashland parents want to see served to their children. Having a nutrition director who is committed like Christina Lehman is a game changer." 

From Farm to Cafeteria Table
Kristin Pew
Deepening Our Impact

For more than a year, Rogue Valley Farm to School has been piloting programs with schools aimed at deepening the impact of our mission. In December, the enthusiasm of students, teachers, and school administrators was rewarded when Rogue Valley Farm to School was awarded $65,340 to support our district-wide partnership with Central Point School District. Focused on serving all five elementary schools in the district, the partnership will also include a strategic exploration of developing programs for middle school and high school students.

Deepening Our Impact
Rebecca Slosberg
Racing Towards a Stronger Food System!

Rogue Valley Farm to School is racing towards a stronger food system with our 8th annual Siskiyou Challenge! We sat down with Farm to Cafeteria/Siskiyou Challenge Coordinator Greg Dills to learn more about his unique role and what race day means for farm to school in the Rogue Valley.

Racing Towards a Stronger Food System!
Rebecca Slosberg
The Second Annual Harvest Dinner on Oak Street

On the night of October 1st, at the launch of National Farm to School Month, more than 75 guests came together to celebrate our community's vibrant food system –– all to benefit Rogue Valley Farm to School's work of bringing local fruits and vegetables fresh from farms to school cafeterias.

The Second Annual Harvest Dinner on Oak Street

Upcoming Rogue Valley Farm to School Events

Rogue Valley Farm to School has some exciting events coming up to bring in the near year!

January 30th, 2016 - Kidtastic Cooking at the Ashland Food Co-Op

Did your New Year's resolutions include cooking from scratch, eating better, and prioritizing family time? Join Rogue Valley Farm to School educators in the Co-op kitchen and learn to cook family friendly recipes with seasonal produce. In class  we will discuss age appropriate kitchen tasks, and all students will safely practice knife skills. We will prepare and taste Chef Salads with homemade dressings, and Vegetable Fritters with dipping sauces. Additional recipes will be included in the recipe packet that you and your children can prepare together, even on a busy weeknight.

More information and registration on the Ashland Food Co-Op website.

February 9th, 2016 - Pints for a Purpose at Standing Stone Brewery

Between 5pm - 10pm on Tuesday Feb 9th Standing Stone Brewery will donate $2 from every pint of beer sold to Rogue Valley Farm to School. Join us for a pint in celebration of local food! WHERE: Standing Stone Brewery, 101 Oak St, Ashland OR 97520.

April 30, 2016 - 6th Annual Siskiyou Challenge

The Siskiyou Challenge is a benefit relay race for Rogue Valley Farm to School with six legs. Each of which can be as challenging as you want to make it, or it can be very scenic and fun! Check out the website for more information and to register a team.